Single button - two systemsPhilips DuoDiagnost Free-arm radiography and fluoroscopy system

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High flexibility for

DuoDiagnost offers

Two-in-one

At the mere touch of a button the DuoDiagnost is transformed

from a universal radiography unit into a remote-controlled

fluoroscopy system: a progressive two-in-one solution combining

all major functions of Bucky and fluoroscopy systems.

Field-tested reliability

A large installed base reflects the high standard set by the

DuoDiagnost as well as the high level of system reliability.

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Digital options

Digital imaging is a proven technology and the cornerstone of

today’s radiology practice. DuoDiagnost embraces this development

by offering digital and digitally prepared versions.The advantages of

digital technology are simple: savings in time, money and dose.

Philips standards

Philips stands for quality and reliability backed up by worldwide

customer support and service.A commitment which means

unbeatable value for money.

exceptional efficiency

Whatever your exam mix might be, DuoDiagnost’s smart combination of radiography

and fluoroscopy in one system provides you with comprehensive clinical functionality

in a cost-effective package.

Table tiltable from +90° to -15° Trendelenburg

for all standard barium and iodine contrast

studies

Complete scanning range without moving

the patient on the table

Oblique angles possible in all table positions

to avoid superimposition of structures over

the region of interest

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In the decoupled mode

the DuoDiagnost can be used

like any conventional Bucky system

with all its projection flexibility.

More application flexibility with additional tiltable

vertical stand e.g. for chest or trolley exams

Thorax examinations with flexible SID in

decoupled mode

Free-arm design facilitates quick and easy

positioning for bed examinations

Flexibility after decoupling

Benefit from DuoDiagnost’s unique and revolutionary

geometry: Decouple the tube assembly from the image

intensifier carriage and flexibly use it along a floor column.

This way, you enjoy complete freedom in radiography

positioning without needing a second tube. For example,

you can easily move the tube assembly into a lateral

exposure position so that the X-ray beam can be aimed

at a laterally positioned cassette.The unrestricted range

of movement also permits free cassette exposures on a

wheelchair or bed.

Independent movements

You can also use DuoDiagnost like a wall Bucky by

positioning the patient in front of the vertically aligned

table.Take full advantage of the tube column’s independent

movement since you can vary the SID (Source Image

Distance) between tube and table at will, and even

perform optimal thorax exposures at large SIDs.

Alternatively, you can use the tube in combination with

the Philips tiltable vertical stand to enhance patient

throughput.To top it all off, the multifunctional

DuoDiagnost is also capable of tomography in all table

positions – including vertical for patients with inhibited

movements.

Embrace digital

Go digital with your radiography procedures by acquiring

digital images with PCR Eleva (Philips Computed

Radiography) and thus experience reliable digital

workflow with economical digital images.

The radiographyflexibility you wantCarry out all routine radiography examinations with the universal table

or the wall unit of DuoDiagnost.

The fluoroscopyfunctionality you need

Convenient workflow

Easily perform all standard fluoroscopy exams – from

swallow studies to phlebographies and urology

examinations – thanks to DuoDiagnost’s patient

accessibility and full clinical coverage.The tableside user

interface enables convenient stand movement. Plus, with a

second operating console you can initiate table movement

and change imaging parameters from anywhere in the

room.The application-driven design further supports

intuitive handling with features such as variable speed

control for table and tube movements, a choice of several

image intensifier sizes and a serial changer.

Digital efficiency

DuoDiagnost is available as a digital system or set up for

digital – to make it simple for you to upgrade at a later

date.The benefits of digital acquisition and fluoroscopy are

clear: lower costs, greater efficiency and improved results.

For example, the optimally processed digital images are

instantly available for online review, virtually eliminating

waiting time for film processing. Moreover, you can view

each image with maximum clarity – at a lower dose

compared to conventional techniques.

Choosing DuoDiagnost’s digital fluoroscopy version is

definitely worth considering since it is also combined with

a highly affordable price.

Besides radiography applications DuoDiagnost incorporates all routine

and advanced fluoroscopy procedures.

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A light and ergonomical design

means the DuoDiagnost takes up

less space and involves lower room

preparation and installation costs.

At the same time it offers the full

functionality of a Bucky and

a fluoroscopy system.

Compact design allows access in all positions

e.g. for phlebographies

Suited for ERCP and other non-vascular

interventions

Full clinical coverage for all standard

fluoroscopy examinations

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